Enda Kelly RPN, MSc, FFNM RCSI
National Nurse Manager, Irish Prison Service
Enda has been working in the Nursing Profession for over 30 years, in various capacities ranging from clinical settings through to senior management. During this time he has developed a highly positive and determined focus on a truly patient centred structure for the provision of care. He currently holds the post of National Nurse Manager with the Irish Prison Service.
Enda has the breadth of experience from direct delivery of services through to the central strategic planning at local, national and international level, including Government Departments, WHO and specialist health agencies. His membership of national and international committees also reflects his strong leadership, consultative and advisory expertise.
Spanning his career, Enda is recognised in the nursing arena as having the foresight, determination, leadership and inclusive approach to effectively influence and guide modern nursing practices. He is able to conceptualise, strategize and operationalise new services based on best practice and evidence.
Enda is a frequent presenter and contributor both at home and abroad and he is an active publisher of professional material in the advancement of patient care.
Enda holds a Master’s Degree in Healthcare Management & Leadership, and is a Fellow of the Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and is also an Honorary Teaching Associate of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.